Wááshindoon Weekly

This week, our office visited a middle school in DC to talk with the students about the Navajo Code Talkers, went to the Winternational Embassy Showcase, and attended a congressional hearing on 638 contracts.

In this edition, we discuss the new TSA REAL-ID requirements and the upcoming hybrid meeting of USDA's Tribal Advisory Committee.

Stay updated on the latest news from Wááshindoon, including the USDA launching a new informational website about screwworm, and emerging questions regarding vaccine coverage

In this WW, we discuss the House Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs hearing regarding tribal tourism and more!

In the week's WW, we recognize members of the Diné Saani Silatsoi Color Guard, as they serve as flag bearers for a Veterans Day Ceremony at the Arlington National Cemetery, NNWO Deputy Executive Director delivers reflective comments at the memorial service for Dr. Jane Goodall, NNWO staff delivers a presentation about the Navajo Code Talkers, and an update on the federal government shutdown.

This week, NNWO discusses Veterans Day events happening in DC, the new nomination for the Bureau of Land Management, and the FAA's Flight Cancellation Announcement.

In the edition, we discuss updates on SNAP benefits, the introduction of the Tribal Warrant Fairness Act, and the Executive Director speaks at a UCLA Career Panel.

In WW this week, we discuss NNWO's recent visit at the Australian Embassy, Arizona sues Speaker of the House over Delay in Grijalva's Swearing in, NAPI, and NNWO's Executive Director delivering remarks at National Indian Head Start Institute

In this Wááshindoon Weekly, we discuss the federal shutdown, provide resources for those who might be affected, and highlight the USDA's tribal consultation held this week

NNWO shares our accomplishments for FY2025 Quarter 4, advocacy on the Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act, Historic NRC Approval for Uranium Mine Cleanup, Indigenous Peoples' Day, and we provide a government shutdown resource list

This week's Wááshindoon Weekly includes important updates including the federal government shutdown, language education, agricultural plans, and more

NNWO has been advocating in support of the Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act, introduced by Senator Murkowski (R-AK), which would help tribes address the threats of diseases that spread from animals to humans. Read about the bill and more in this week's Wááshindoon Weekly

This week's Wááshindoon Weekly recaps Navajo Nation advocacy with congressional leaders and the U.S. Forest Service on veterans' support, water rights, and the Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act. We also marked 50 years of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, affirming sovereignty and partnership.

President Nygren met with Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon during his recent trip to Washington, DC. Read about their conversation in this week's WW

In this week's WW, read about the House Subcommittee markup hearing that includes increases to important programs to Navajo, economic relief and recovery efforts in wake of the Dragon Bravo fire, and Navajo Nation Council's vote on NNWO Executive Director's confirmation

In this edition of WW, we share our priorities for the Fall Congressional Session, including the Parity for Law Enforcement Act and Advanced Appropriations

Read more about President's meeting with USDA Deputy Secretary Vaden and the American Academy of Pediatrics thoughts on vaccinations in this edition of WW

In this edition of WW, learn more about the expanded RECA program, our nomination for the USDA Tribal Advisory Committee, and FDA's reconsideration of Pfizer's COVID-19 authorization

Last week, Congressman Newhouse (R-WA-04) and Senator Cantwell (D-WA) introduced the Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act of 2025 in the House and Senate. Read more about what this means for the Navajo Nation by clicking the link below!
Also in this edition, read about President Nygren's meeting with Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Aubrey Bettencourt (pictured) and the HHS's recent cuts to vaccine research funding.

This week’s Wááshindoon Weekly highlights many exciting events, including conclusion of the Light Up Navajo VI, the recent appointment of new leadership at the Institute of American Indian Arts, and more.